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Understanding Thigh Muscle Strains: Causes, Risks, and Recovery

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Muscle strains, often referred to as pulls or tears, are among the most frequent injuries experienced, particularly by individuals involved in sports or high-impact physical activities. The thigh contains three primary muscle groups: Hamstring muscles located at the back of the thigh Quadriceps muscles situated at the front of the

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Synovial Chondromatosis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

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Synovial chondromatosis, also known as synovial osteochondromatosis, is a rare, non-cancerous (benign) disorder that affects the synovium, the thin layer of tissue lining the joints. While this condition most commonly develops in the knee joint, it can also impact other joints throughout the body, such as the hip, elbow, and

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The effectiveness of copper or magnetic bracelets in relieving arthritis

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Q: Will wearing a copper or magnetic bracelet help my arthritis? A: Copper bracelets and magnetic objects are ancient remedies for arthritis. Magnets were long believed to have healing power, and the discovery of copper in the blood fueled a belief that rheumatism stems from a copper deficiency. However, two British studies

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Are topical NSAIDs a safe option for arthritis pain relief?

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Understanding your alternatives If your arthritis treatment plan includes an oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), such as ibuprofen (Motrin®, Advil®) or naproxen (Aleve®), you may be concerned about the risks associated with these drugs. Systemic NSAIDs carry a risk of cardiovascular and kidney issues, stroke, bleeding and ulcers, explains physiatrist. The risk increases with

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When does a children’s sports team need a sports coach?

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Athletic trainers help keep student athletes safe, healthy and happy. You’re chatting with your teen about sports practice when your budding athlete mentions the school’s athletic trainer. Admit it: Your first thought was, The school’s what? If you’re a little fuzzy on the whole athletic trainer thing, you’re not alone.

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Ultrasound vs MRI for Bone, Muscle and Joint Problems

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Understand how these imaging tests differ When aches, pains and other symptoms stem from a problem with the musculoskeletal system (meaning the bones, muscles, cartilage, tendons, ligaments and joints) your doctor may order an imaging test to help determine the underlying cause. There are several ways of looking inside the body, including

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Nutrients from food, not supplements, for strong bones and joints.

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To keep bones and joints as strong and healthy as possible, we know that our bodies need certain nutrients. Why not get them by taking supplements? Or, cover all the nutrient bases by taking a daily multivitamin? It’s not that simple. Even though vitamins, minerals and other nutrients can be

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Should I replace the joint and maintain it?

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How to maintain your mobility well beyond retirement If you have recurring or chronic joint pain, you may think joint replacement surgery is your only option for relief. However, you may want to explore several less invasive options first to help maintain mobility as you age. With millions of people wanting to stay active into

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